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Old Sep 29, 2012 | 01:03 PM
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Did a quick search and read both ways but is there anything to worry about by removing the sprocket cover on a 09 Nightster. Took the belt guard and sprocket cover off and like the look just wondering if there is any negatives to it.
 
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Old Sep 29, 2012 | 01:33 PM
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Originally Posted by Splittine
Did a quick search and read both ways but is there anything to worry about by removing the sprocket cover on a 09 Nightster. Took the belt guard and sprocket cover off and like the look just wondering if there is any negatives to it.
have had mine off for months and no problems
 
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Old Sep 29, 2012 | 01:36 PM
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you should be fine. Only worry's would be getting a rock thrown into your belt and it breaking. I have been running no belt guards on my bike for 2 years and haven't had any problems. I put a Joker Machine sprocket cover on mine also.
 
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Old Sep 29, 2012 | 02:03 PM
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Joker Machine Sprocket Cover here too...cracking piece of kit
 
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Old Sep 29, 2012 | 03:45 PM
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do you ever ride two up with that seat hog rider?
 
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Old Sep 29, 2012 | 04:55 PM
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Originally Posted by supersickdyna
do you ever ride two up with that seat hog rider?
no not really a 2up seat (even if it was i wouldnt) i like my peace and quiet
 
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